Modern Vespa

I've always liked the looks and seating position (low) of the Aprilia Mojito(no longer made)......anyway I ran across this today...looks so similar:

Also came across this (click if you wanna see )

http://www.aamoped-motorsports.com/popmopedtomosrevivalTS.htm
ouuu....I'm likin' this tomos
Comment? Is this worth considering for community runs? (I'm talkin' safety too, of course)

Maybe I should've posted this under the General Discussion Board? Sorry 'bout that.

They are distributed by Fly Scooters

They are of Chinese origin.


Dave

Check out the MADASS scooters. They look good.

in the netherlands you see them a lot. They are a bit wide but cool with all the chrome.

Okay Dave...so is that bad? Are they junky...that's what I was wondering about.?

Just read a review at http://www.justgottascoot.com/madass.html
Well made...slow....slow....cool madass look 8)

Check out the 125 version. Much funner.

And faster. And full manual 8)

LOL that website is cool. They have a Scooter spreadsheet. By my conservative numbers my scooter will pay for itself in 20 years in fuel savings. LOL - we already knew that huh?[/url]

I have a Chinese bike, a JCL 250 B, as well as my MP3. It's a fun little bike. It is supposed to do 80 mph but I never drive it above 50, weighs 225 less than the MP3, and both my feet sit flat on the street when stopped. I ride it for fun but now use it to ride and to teach myself how to work on bikes. If you get one, first see what it is a knock off (clone) of (like mine is the Yamaha YP 250 cc) and look for the service manual. A lot of manuals are available through:
http://powerscooters.org/manuals/

All the 250 bikes are either a Honda or Yamaha clone. Then go to this page, read it and watch the video:
http://www.killermotorsports.com/articles.asp?id=156

Then get what you need and buy and change out the cheap crap -- as suggested in the second link.

Good links for reference Jerry....and you've got a great toy to play/learn mechanics on!

Just was over at Flyscooters website looking at their scoots again. Want to ask you all, if you HAD to choose one of these, which ONE would it be and why? (I really like them both and hope one day I will ride again on a lighter machine).

MySkyMizer,

If you happen to choose the Scout you may want to also look at the Sym Symba for a bit better quality.Just something to think about.

The Honda Joker and Mojito look similar. I have also seen the same style "borrowed" by numerous Chinese knock-off companies.

Got 3 of the 125 MADASS's in stock.........they definately stand out and are a fun unit. Very unique.

MySkyMizer,

I have to agree with you, the smaller scoots look like fun, don't they?

If you get serious about one of these smaller units don't forget to check out the DMV regulations regarding engine size requirements for your local highways, you know how they can be.

Anyway good hunting, that's always the best part!

LL75

Had my home A/C Annual checkup today.... it was gorgeous day!! I kept saying....I wanna ride! I do, I do.
Anyway, I got to talking to the svc. man (whom I've known for 11 years) and come to find that he has a 1974 Honda ST90 that he says is fun, fun, fun! Said he had to get a tire for it and left it at Honda. Turns out the Showroom floor was ALL about His ST! Guess it's a hot little street/trail semi automatic huh?

Scootover.....thanks 4 info on Symba.....what about the Honda Passport?

michael.....Honda Joker? Hmmm...never heard of that one? But, as you said, lots of 'em look like the mojito (sadly, NOT the mojito though Thanks for the pic

Fritz.....MADASS 125...looks Madass! Watched utube video. 1 big problem 4 me....I can't handle a shifter now IF it where automatic......love/want!

Larry.....150cc requires license/registration. I'm covered. I know I have to get my back/neck fixed, but I can still LOOK.....right guys? (might as well buy too.....always taught to be prepared!

I have had a couple of those ST's they are a centrifical clutch system . you just shift with out a clutch lever. those little engines last for ever. they are not the greatest handling machine but would be great for running up and down the beach.

Thanks oldas.....now if there were a package deal....you know...."buy a ST and Get a beach"
I could manage that no clutch mini lookin' bike!

florida in nothing but beach

Found one in Houston, the real deal, a 2007 Aprilia Mojito 150.
http://houston.craigslist.org/mcy/1669332102.html

Sushi....thanks for the find.....a bit far for me in my shape. You are definitely correct....would love the real thing.......MoJito
Am curious about the Symba, Scout, Passport "type" scoot/bike opinions...how's the ride, are they fun....more stable...turning, comfort....any experience/info appreciated

This is what I finally figured out about the Chinese bikes: Some are really well made. The engines are very good. Many engines are made in China for well known bikes. Suzuki has a 250 cc engine factory in China. What is wrong with them is the fluids, some parts and NOBODY there knows about the bike or fixing them!

Since they just CLONE bikes they do not develop or research them and know nothing. I bought mine because the distributor was in Dallas and he has hundreds of bikes and parts but then found they had NO SERVICE MANUAL. Also, the dealer (Chinese guy with two Mexican-American mechanics) who sold it to me told me WRONG INFO about my bike - that it didn't have an air filter and that the engine oil lubricated the gears and there was no place to put gear oil.

Fortunately, I found out differently in the Yamaha manual and forums. Also, the video referred to above on doing the valve adjustment saved me from removing the gas tank, as suggested by the Yamaha manual, instead removing the bolts on the shocks to create enough room to get to the valves and crankcase. (I had to use a scissor jack to get the shocks reconnected.)

After doing this valve job I think I can keep my 250 running well as long as I want. They are simple, you can get the parts but you need to go to the forums for the info. The Chinese do not know anything about maintenance. The American owners do. And thank God for You Tube. Every type of maintenance is is on video now. I just watched one where the guy had a 12v impact wrench he bought at Harbor Freight for $20. I'm getting one to carry with me on my trip across the country. With my spare belt and variator tool I'll be in a lot better shape for a belt emergency in the middle of nowhere.

Frankly, I think a cheap Chinese scooter is a lot of fun and can make a fun hobby. And it gets me over the fear of screwing up my MP3.

just like it made by Barron, 150cc, it was a lot of fun, and pretty well made I though. Great starter bike.

You guys are amazing! Talking good things about other scooter brands! I don't see that often. You are good people!!! Some of the Vespa riders are pretty hard headed, can't accept other makers. I love wild looking scooters, MP3 250 got me to this forum. I also have Honda Big Ruckus(250 cc) and Ruckus (50 cc), they are on the wild side too plus rare.

Ouuu....summer, I would love to try out a ruckus...another tempting scoot to me! Which do you like better the 50 or 250? I love the one with the flip-up backrest! Why did they stop making that one
Are you starting a collection of scoots? just a tad of jealousy showing

I like the Ruckus. Almost bought a 50 for my dad. Nice and nimble, and has a nice low center of gravity. Rode an Aero 80 in a past life. Would not mind that one to tinker with.

Got a pic of that Aero? Not familar with it. What's top speed on 50?

Edit: Found a pic of aero 80 on Ebay (wow, a bar of lights!)

I love both Big and "little" Ruckus scooters. I started with my "little" Ruckus (50 cc) , then I found out that there was a big brother-Big Ruckus, and they were(still are) very rare , so I collected double delights: 2005/yellow and 2006/gray. (the Big Ruckus selling price was high for 2005 and 2006-$5500-6000, not many people were willing to pay that much for a 250 cc, they didn't sell well, so they stopped making them, and now they are collectors items). I love wild and rare things, but now
I just realized that I don't need so many scooters, plus winter and summer cars, parking is getting tight, so I am selling one right now on Ebay-ends tomorrow--the gray Big Ruckus. I am keeping the red, yellow and black scooters. letting the gray go. I love fashions, you know how that goes with the colors... it's a girl's thing indeed. I use the "little" Ruckus 50 cc most after work(I don't have motorcycle license yet), it can go up to 45 MPH, 100 MPG, the Big Ruckus goes up to 80MPH and 80MPG, not bad for a big scooter. I saw a big guy on a "little" Ruckus last summer, and on the Totalruckus forum, they are all guys there, I guess I love boys bikes. Oops! MP3 got my attention by its unique design, and it's rare enough to make people go I just love that! You have to have some fun in life
Here are some pictures of Big Ruckus from Adventure Rider:
http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://baldy.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Fun-on-a-Honda-Big-Ruckus/IMG7922/56752850_juCDX-S.jpg&imgrefurl=http://baldy.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Fun-on-a-Honda-Big-Ruckus/1213385_UmCfc/1/56752850_juCDX&usg=__DwQQldiTsUB9daCoYpmkDBExJ1w=&h=300&w=355&sz=42&hl=en&start=4&um=1&itbs=1&tbnid=RWH8C6ku_gTvQM:&tbnh=102&tbnw=121&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dhonda%2Bbig%2Bruckus%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN%26tbs%3Disch:1

I think the top speed for the aero 50 was about 35. Mine was an 80 and was about 45. Here is a site with a pic.

http://nh80.eximie.net/

That is the same vintage and color as mine.

Thanks! You should get one for him. I can go 45MPH because I don't eat much, I am light. A guy might be slower than me on a Ruckus due to their food and drink capacity.

Yeah, and I was really close to it, too, but my mom waved me off cuz of some heath concerns. I really would have liked to get him a Piaggio Fly, Kymco or even a Madass, but his options are limited by his location and no trailer.

Looks impressive, don't it? Actually, the boxes on either side of the headlight are just reflectors.

ah yes, I see that now, plastic amber pieces (fooled me)

Cool none the less.
http://www.kikker5150.com/hardknock.html

Very cool indeed! So, am I understanding that this is a "shift" bike? That would spoil it for me ................."Say It Isn't So"

Bet you guys will like this pic for other reasons too...

Yeah those spoked wheels are hot!

You're sooo right about the people on this forum, we have a thing about all sorts of bikes & scooters regardless of how many wheels they have. Ain't it great? We're free of all those self-imposed restrictions you see on other sites, we enjoy everything. Hell, we'll even drink beer made in Alaska...

LL75

Looks like her gear is in the right places.

EJ

I really like the looks of the this one. Good match for my Ridgeline too
oh no.....color is a tad off!! Okay Fuzzy....waiting comment